Momentous sports anniversaries span hockey to golf
Highlights from 1952 to 1998 mark Detroit Red Wings sweeping the Canadiens for the Stanley Cup, Ben Crenshaw’s Masters triumph, Magic Johnson’s career assists record, Sparky Anderson’s 2000th win, Glen Rice’s 56 points for the Heat, and the first AGNL doubleheader at Shea Stadium with Yankees and Mets wins.
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WNBA Labor Talks Drag On After Stern Warning
Orlando Sentinel quote captures reaction to NBA Commissioner David Stern’s threat to cancel the WNBA season if a labor agreement is not reached by Friday. Jerry Greene notes newfound postweek plans for Martha Burk amid unresolved labor issues and potential league shutdown.
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Eastern Conference NHL Playoffs Round One Update
New Jersey leads the series 3 0 with a 3 0 edge as Boston Washington chase points in the East West action shows Edmonton holding a 1 0 edge in the West Tampa Bay and Edmonton race for a top seed in early playoff action while NBC News wire confirms coverage across the league.
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Whom to Call for Sports Tickets and Field Conditions
Field conditions and ticket office numbers listed for Chiefs Royals Kansas Speedway and XC Wizards. Calls include JW Sports 8927147 KU Parks and Recreation 864-3141 and Royals 832-7999 plus 913 328-7223 for Kansas venues.
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Paxson Returns to Bulls as Executive Vice President
Chicago moves to a new era with John Paxson named executive vice president of basketball operations, replacing Jerry Krause who resigned for health reasons. Paxson, a key part of the Bulls' 1990s title runs, arrives as the team battles a 29-52 finish and looks to guide a young lineup toward success.
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Commentary and not the good guys anymore
Tom Sorensen argues North Carolina forfeited the right to claim to do things the right way by firing Matt Doherty amid public drama. He criticizes the school’s handling, contrasts Roy Williams with Dean Smith, and notes Williams will win but not in Smith’s manner, warning of a tainted program legacy with lingering “weeds.”
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